1974 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Firebird | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
